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Police Arrest 32 Bank Officials For Multistate Cybercrime Racket

The city cybercrime police arrested 52 people, including 32 bank officials, for allegedly facilitating a pan-India cyber fraud network through mule accounts to siphon off victims money across Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Maharashtra, West Bengal, Bihar, Delhi, Rajasthan, and Gujarat.

Deccan Chronicle 20 Apr 2026 2:17 am

BWSSB to convert sewage sludge into biogas

The Hindu 19 Apr 2026 11:43 pm

Pyaas Foundation launches lake rejuvenation project in Sulga

The Times of India 19 Apr 2026 11:26 pm

Over 2,000 bikers join Basava Jayanti rally

The Times of India 19 Apr 2026 11:26 pm

Man carries his grandmother, 90, atop Anjanadri Hill

The Times of India 19 Apr 2026 11:16 pm

Eight booked for illegal laterite mining in Belagavi taluk

The Times of India 19 Apr 2026 10:46 pm

Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah on backfoot over Muslim anger; loyalist ousters ahead of bypoll results

Chief Minister Siddaramaiah faces internal challenges. Discontent brews within the Muslim community. Leaders close to him are being sidelined. This fuels speculation of political shifts after May 4 bypoll results. Davanagere South is a key area of concern. The Congress faces backlash over candidate selection. Potential realignments are being discussed.

The Economic Times 19 Apr 2026 10:34 pm

Khandre unveils vision to transform Anubhava Mantapa into a global centre of excellence

Kalaburagi witnesses massive turnout after ninth Peethadhipathi of Sharanabasaveshwara Samsthan Doddappa Appa inaugurates Basava Jayanti by unfurling the Shatsthala flag

The Hindu 19 Apr 2026 9:50 pm

Temperature breaches 40C in five districts

IMD data shows four north interior Karnataka districts and one in the south registering temperatures well above normal, with departures of up to 3C on Sunday

The Hindu 19 Apr 2026 8:27 pm

Dont limit Basava Jayanti celebrations to Lingayat community alone, says MLC

Utsav Samiti should broaden representation by including leaders from diverse communities reflecting the philosophy of the social reformer

The Hindu 19 Apr 2026 8:23 pm

Trained Belgian Malinois Dog Makes History in Elephant Capture Operation in Hassan

Issa aids Karnataka Forest Departments pioneering Elephant Anti-Depredation Dog Squad, offering a precise and reliable alternative to drones in tracking wild elephants

Deccan Chronicle 19 Apr 2026 8:15 pm

Wife and her lover arrested for mans murder

The Hindu 19 Apr 2026 7:55 pm

We should all be partners in building an egalitarian society, CM tells people

Siddaramaiah urges them to believe in God but give up superstition

The Hindu 19 Apr 2026 7:48 pm

Karnataka: State policy & planning panel member moots performance driven governance policy

Karnataka is set to embrace a new era of governance. The State Policy and Planning Commission has presented a draft bill for performance-driven governance to Chief Minister Siddaramaiah. This initiative aims to boost service delivery and accountability. Key reforms include performance contracts, an independent authority, and citizen feedback integration.

The Economic Times 19 Apr 2026 7:15 pm

Ministers come to Chief Ministers defence

Former Minister K.N. Rajanna had indicated that the Chief Minister had become helpless on the Muslim leadership issue

The Hindu 19 Apr 2026 7:08 pm

CM to open AHINDA meet in Hubballi

The Hindu 19 Apr 2026 6:50 pm

Vice-President to attend Central University convocation on Wednesday

C.P. Radhakrishnan who is the chief guest will deliver the convocation address

The Hindu 19 Apr 2026 6:46 pm

Man killed in Belagavi

The Hindu 19 Apr 2026 6:20 pm

Constitution Amendment Bill moved in haste, without consultation: D.K. Shivakumar

He terms the defeat of the Bill in the Parliament as a humiliation to the BJP-led NDA government and a victory to the Congress-led INDIA bloc

The Hindu 19 Apr 2026 6:18 pm

Sankara Jayanti tomorrow

The Hindu 19 Apr 2026 6:14 pm

Third language row: Demand for clarification from Karnataka Education Department

Lack of clarity during the ongoing academic years examination period has pushed lakhs of students into mental stress and uncertainty, educationist Shabbir Mustafa said

The Hindu 19 Apr 2026 4:58 pm

Four feared dead in major chain accident on NH-50 in Karnatakas Vijayanagara district

Preliminary reports indicate that a garlic-laden lorry from Haryana, allegedly driven in a rash and negligent manner, first struck two motorcycles about three kilometres before the main accident site

The Hindu 19 Apr 2026 1:13 pm

'Not Hitler rule': DK Shivakumar slams Centre over handling of womens reservation bill

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar criticizes the Centre's approach to the Women's Reservation Amendment Bill. He states the opposition was not consulted. Shivakumar argues for wider consultation in democratic processes. He claims the bill's introduction during elections and potential redrawing of constituencies is unacceptable. The INDIA bloc has shown unity in opposing the move.

The Times of India 19 Apr 2026 1:13 pm

Chamarajanagar Deputy Commissioner says no blazers, ties, or heavy uniforms for students amid heatwave

As the Chamarajanagar district recorded a maximum temperature of 38.8 degrees, all educational institutions were instructed to make adequate provisions for clean drinking water in all rooms

The Hindu 19 Apr 2026 12:34 pm

On Camera, Truck Causes Chain Collision In Karnataka, 4 Dead

The accident led to heavy traffic congestion on the highway, with vehicles stuck for nearly three kilometres on both sides of the road.

NDTV 19 Apr 2026 12:30 pm

From 73% to 86%: Minister says planned intervention drove PU result turnaround

Karnataka's II PU exam-1 saw a record 86.4% pass rate, attributed to strategic interventions by the education department. Key measures included timely syllabus completion, standardized study materials, and early teacher appointments. State-level preparatory exams identified learning gaps, enabling targeted support. Accountability was emphasized, with focused attention on underperforming regions and consistent monitoring of academic progress across colleges.

The Times of India 19 Apr 2026 10:39 am

Tusker captured in Hassan, sent to Dubare camp

For the first time dog squad was used to trace the elephant in the operation.

The Hindu 19 Apr 2026 9:27 am

From South Africa to Bannerghatta: Karnataka joins Indias cheetah revival missi

Officials said the animals will be introduced to their post quarantine, subject to veterinary clearance and established safety protocols

Mid Day 19 Apr 2026 8:45 am

Lenskart clarifies store dress code after online backlash

In response to feedback from social media, Lenskart is updating its in-store dress code to embrace religious expressions among employees. This decision comes after an internal guideline that mistakenly restricted spiritual symbols, such as tilaks and bindis, faced backlash for promoting discrimination.

The Times of India 19 Apr 2026 6:02 am

Nearly 90 lakh voters on final list for Bengaluru polls

The Times of India 19 Apr 2026 1:40 am

Yulu claims 1 billion km of rides in Bengaluru

The Times of India 19 Apr 2026 1:25 am

Bengaluru cop accused of con: Friend claims family gold gone

The Times of India 19 Apr 2026 12:50 am

Para Training Near Ballari: One Injured, Airlifted To Bengaluru

According to sources, an area in PD Halli of Ballari district, located along the KarnatakaAndhra Pradesh border, has long been used as a drop zone for para training exercises.

Deccan Chronicle 19 Apr 2026 12:08 am

New library at Alliance

The Hindu 18 Apr 2026 11:13 pm

Haj Committee Gears Up For Pilgrims From May 4

Telangana Haj Committee is gearing up for arrangements for pilgrims embarking from RGIA from May 4. A total of 9,660 pilgrims including 6,660 from Telangana and 2,283 from Andhra Pradesh and Karnataka will fly from Hyderabad to Jeddah in Saudi Arabia.

Deccan Chronicle 18 Apr 2026 11:13 pm

Shepherd died after a lightning strike in Koppal

The Times of India 18 Apr 2026 11:10 pm

Army colonel injured during parachute training in Ballari

The Times of India 18 Apr 2026 11:10 pm

Nameboard collapse claims 2 kids lives in Raichur

The Times of India 18 Apr 2026 11:05 pm

Opposition stages walkout at BCC council meeting

The Times of India 18 Apr 2026 11:00 pm

Leopard killed by unidentified vehicle near Byadagi

The Times of India 18 Apr 2026 10:55 pm

Summer special train service extended

The Times of India 18 Apr 2026 10:50 pm

AI cannot replace human conscience in justice delivery: Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah urged caution regarding artificial intelligence in the justice system. He stressed that human empathy and moral reasoning are irreplaceable by algorithms. While AI can aid legal research and case management, it poses risks like algorithmic bias and opaque decision-making. Judicial independence must be preserved from technological dependence. Constitutional morality should guide AI adoption, not the reverse.

The Economic Times 18 Apr 2026 9:34 pm

Belagavi: Three arrested for murder

The Hindu 18 Apr 2026 8:36 pm

War of words erupts in Karnataka over Womens Reservation Bill

Siddaramaiah described the events that unfolded in Parliament as deceptive political drama orchestrated by the NDA government; Karnataka BJP says it will hold protests against the Congresss anti-women stance

The Hindu 18 Apr 2026 8:00 pm

World Heritage Day: Awareness programme held

The Hindu 18 Apr 2026 7:52 pm